BMW 550i Horsepower & Torque (2006 - 2016): How Much Power Does A 550i Have?

The BMW 550i, part of the 5 Series lineup, stands as a benchmark for executive performance and luxury, showcasing BMW's evolving powertrain technology from 2006 to 2016.

Initially equipped with a naturally aspirated 4.8L V8 producing 360 horsepower, the 550i later adopted a 4.4L twin-turbocharged V8, delivering up to 445 horsepower and 480 lb-ft of torque by 2016.

Transmission options included a 6-speed manual and an 8-speed automatic with manual shift modes, appealing to both purists and modern drivers.

The F10 generation also marked a milestone with BMW's first hybrid drivetrain and advanced transmission technology in the M5 variant.

Scroll down to explore detailed horsepower and torque data for the BMW 550i below.

Check out the Horsepower And Torque specifications for other makes and models.

2016 BMW 550i Horsepower

The 2016 BMW 550i is equipped with a 4.4L V8 engine producing 445 horsepower and 480 lb-ft of torque.

It features an 8-speed automatic transmission and a rear-wheel drive configuration.

2015 BMW 550i Horsepower

The BMW 550i is equipped with a 4.4L V8 engine producing 445 horsepower and 480 lb-ft of torque.

It features an 8-speed automatic transmission and a rear-wheel-drive configuration.

2014 BMW 550i Horsepower

The 2014 BMW 550i is equipped with a 4.4L V8 engine producing 445 horsepower and 480 lb-ft of torque.

It features an 8-speed automatic transmission and a rear-wheel drive configuration.

2013 BMW 550i Horsepower

The BMW 550i is equipped with a 4.4L V8 engine, producing a horsepower range of 407 hp to 445 hp, with the higher output available in the GT configuration.

Torque output varies from 442 lb-ft to 480 lb-ft, also contingent on the GT configuration.

It features a rear-wheel drive layout and is paired with an 8-speed automatic transmission, which includes a manual shift option in the GT variant.

2012 BMW 550i Horsepower

The BMW 550i is equipped with a 4.4L V8 engine producing 400 horsepower and 450 lb-ft of torque.

It features an 8-speed automatic transmission with manual shift capability and a rear-wheel drive configuration.

2011 BMW 550i Horsepower

The BMW 550i is equipped with a 4.4L V8 engine producing 400 horsepower and 450 lb-ft of torque.

It features an 8-speed automatic transmission and a rear-wheel drive configuration.

2010 BMW 550i Horsepower

The BMW 550i features a 4.8L V8 engine producing 360 hp and 360 lb-ft of torque, while the 4.4L V8 engine configuration increases output to 400 hp and 450 lb-ft of torque.

Power is transmitted through a rear-wheel-drive layout, with a choice of a 6-speed manual transmission with overdrive or an 8-speed automatic transmission.

2009 BMW 550i Horsepower

The 2009 BMW 550i is equipped with a 4.8L V8 engine producing 360 horsepower and 360 lb-ft of torque, consistent across all configurations.

It features a 6-speed automatic transmission with overdrive and a rear-wheel drivetrain configuration.

2008 BMW 550i Horsepower

The 2008 BMW 550i is equipped with a 4.8L V8 engine producing 360 horsepower and 360 lb-ft of torque, consistent across all configurations.

It features a 6-speed automatic transmission with overdrive and a rear-wheel drive drivetrain configuration.

2007 BMW 550i Horsepower

The 2007 BMW 550i is equipped with a 4.8L V8 engine producing a consistent output of 360 horsepower and 360 lb-ft of torque, regardless of transmission type.

This model features a 6-speed automatic transmission with overdrive and a rear-wheel drive configuration.

2006 BMW 550i Horsepower

The 2006 BMW 550i is equipped with a 4.8L V8 engine producing 360 horsepower and 360 lb-ft of torque, consistent across all configurations.

It features a 6-speed automatic transmission with overdrive and a rear-wheel drivetrain configuration.